Oh yes — Ham and Cheese Sliders 🥪🧀 — soft, buttery rolls filled with savory ham and melty cheese, perfect for parties, game day, or a cozy dinner.
Here’s a classic, foolproof recipe:
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Makes: 12 sliders
Ingredients
- 12 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls work best)
- 12 slices deli ham
- 12 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
1. Prep the buns
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice buns in half horizontally, keeping them attached if using a baking dish.
- Place bottom halves in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
2. Assemble sliders
- Layer ham slices evenly over the bottom buns.
- Place cheese slices on top of the ham.
- Cover with top halves of buns.
3. Make topping
- Mix melted butter, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, and poppy seeds.
- Brush generously over the tops of the buns.
4. Bake
- Cover loosely with foil and bake 15 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 5–7 minutes until tops are golden and cheese is melty.
5. Serve
- Slice between sliders and serve warm.
- Optional: serve with pickles, mustard, or a simple side salad.
Tips & Variations
- Cheese options: Gruyère, provolone, or American.
- Add-ons: Sautéed onions, pickles, or a little horseradish for extra zing.
- Make ahead: Assemble sliders and refrigerate overnight; bake the next day.
- Slow cooker version: Wrap sliders in foil and cook on LOW for 2–3 hours for a warm, melty treat.
If you want, I can give you a quick 20-minute ham and cheese slider recipe that’s perfect when you’re short on time.
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